Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
This recall involves Haier 42-inch LED TVs with model number LE42B1380.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Haier 42-inch LED TVs with model number LE42B1380. "Haier" is printed on the front of the TV and the model number is printed on a label on the back of the unit.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The TV stand's neck support can break and cause the TV to tip over, posing a risk of injury to the consumer.
Incidents and injuries
Haier America and CPSC have received 184 reports of the TV stand's neck cracking or breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and detach the TV from the stand and keep both the TV and the base in a safe location. Consumers should contact Haier America to request a free replacement stand neck to be used with the original base. Consumers with a wall-mounted TV may continue to use it but should request a free replacement stand neck in case the TV is used with the stand in the future.
Product and sales details
- Recall number
- 13-002
- Units
- About 5,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Fry's Electronics and other retail stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other online retailers from September 2011 through March 2012 for about $450.
- Importer
- Haier America Trading L.L.C., of New York, N.Y.
Haier America Trading 42-inch LED Televisions
CPSC product type: Televisions, Mounts, Guards & Antennas
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Haier America toll-free at (877) 813-8516 between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Saturday and between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Sundays. Consumers can visit the firm's website at www.haieramerica.com and click on Product Recalls.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.